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The Dumfriesshire Educational Trust

People normally living in Dumfriesshire who have had at least five years of education in Dumfriesshire.

Eligibility

People normally living in Dumfriesshire who have had at least five years of education in Dumfriesshire.

Exclusions

Grants are not available for childcare for mature students or foreign students studying in the UK.

Type of grants

Grants of up to £60, usually recurrent, are given to: schoolchildren towards educational outings; students in further/higher education for books, fees/living expenses, study/travel abroad and student exchanges; and mature students towards books and travel.

Applications

On a form available from the correspondent, for consideration in March, June, September or December. Applications should be submitted in the preceding month directly by the individual or through the relevant school/college/educational welfare agency or through another third party and signed by the applicant. For recurrent grants, applicants must reapply each academic year.

Grant provided by: The Dumfriesshire Educational Trust

Contact Details
Dumfries and Galloway Council
Municipal Chambers
Buccleuch Street
Dumfries DG1 2AD
Telephone: 01387 722164

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The Hesslewood Children’s Trust (Hull Seamen’s & General Orphanage)

Young people under 25 who live or have firm family connections with the former county of Humberside and North Lincolnshire, with a preference for children of former seamen who served in the Merchant Navy. The trust also gives to former Hesslewood

Eligibility

Young people under 25 who live or have firm family connections with the former county of Humberside and North Lincolnshire. The trust also gives to former Hesslewood Scholars.

'Applicants must be in need, but must show their resolve to part fund themselves.'

Exclusions

Loans are not made.

Type of grants

One-off grants, typically up to £1,000, are given towards: books, school uniforms, educational outings and maintenance for schoolchildren; books for students in higher and further education; and equipment and instruments and clothing for people starting work.

Applications

On a form available from the correspondent, accompanied by a letter from the tutor or an educational welfare organisation (or from medical and social services for a disability grant). Applications can be submitted by the individual, through their school, college or educational welfare agency, or by another third party such as the Citizens Advice bureau or health centre. Details of the applicant's and parental income must be included, along with an indication of the amount the applicant will contribute and a contact telephone number. Applications are considered in February, June and September.

Other information

Grants are also made to organisations (£39,000 in 2010/11)

Grant provided by: The Hesslewood Children’s Trust (Hull Seamen’s & General Orphanage)

Contact Details
Graham & Rosen (Solicitors)
8 Parliament St
Hull
HU1 2BB
Telephone: 01482 323123
Fax: 01482 223542
Email: law@graham-rosen.co.uk

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The Mark Davies Injured Riders’ Fund

People injured in horse-related accidents (excluding professional and amateur jockeys and those injured in the horse racing industry).

Eligibility

People injured in horse-related accidents (excluding professional and amateur jockeys and those injured in the horse racing industry) and their carers.

Type of grants

One-off cash grants and grants in kind according to need; loans are also made. Recent grants have been given towards wheelchairs, special beds, house adaptations, stair lifts, physiotherapy, stable help and other living costs.

Applications

In writing to the correspondent at any time. All applicants are visited by a local fund volunteer to discuss their medical and financial needs. A report is then made to the trustees, who will consider whether or not to award a grant.

Other information

The fund also offer legal and medical advice as well as providing practical advice on rider safety issues and producing a number of help sheets on the subject. These are available to download from the website.

Grant provided by: The Mark Davies Injured Riders’ Fund

Contact Details
Lancrow Farmhouse
Penpillick Hill
Penpillick
Cornwall
PL24 2SA
Telephone: 01726 813156
Email: rosemary@mdirf.co.uk
Website: www.mdirf.co.uk

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The Henry Smith Charity (I Wood Estate)

People over 60 who are in need and live in Chertsey, Addlestone, New Haw and Lyne, Surrey.

Eligibility

People over 60 who are in need and live in Chertsey, Addlestone, New Haw and Lyne, Surrey.

Type of grants

Recurrent fuel vouchers of £40, which can be used as part-payment of fuel bills.

Applications

In writing to the correspondent either through a social worker, Citizens Advice or other third party or directly by the individual. Applications can be considered at any time during the year.

Grant provided by: The Henry Smith Charity (I Wood Estate)

Contact Details
c/o Committee Section
Civic Offices
Runnymede Borough Council
Station Road
Addlestone
Surrey KT15 2AH
Telephone: 01932 425620

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The Marillier Trust

Educational grants for boys between the ages of 5 and 13 years in the UK.

Eligibility

Educational grants for boys between the ages of 5 and 13 years in the UK.

Type of grants

Equipment, residential trips and after school activities. Loans are also made to individuals.

Applications

In writing to the correspondent.

Other information

Grants to institutions were made totalling £62,000 in 2010/11.

Grant provided by: The Marillier Trust

Contact Details
Wisteria House
Market Square
Petworth
West Sussex
GU28 0AJ
Telephone: 01798 342391

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The Institute of Quarrying Educational Development and Benevolent Fund

Members or former members of the Institute of Quarrying, and/or their dependants. People involved in the quarrying industry but are not members of the institute are not considered.

Eligibility

Members or former members of the Institute of Quarrying, and/or their dependants. People who are involved in the quarrying industry but are not members of the institute cannot be considered.

Type of grants

One-off grants ranging from £100 to £2,500. No recurrent grants are made, although most beneficiaries successfully reapply each year.

Applications

On a form available from the correspondent. Applications may be submitted at any time.

Other information

Projects which advance the education and research of quarrying are also supported.

Grant provided by: The Institute of Quarrying Educational Development and Benevolent Fund

Contact Details
7 Regent Street
Nottingham NG1 5BS
Telephone: 0115 9453882
Fax: 0115 9484035
Email: mail@quarrying.org
Website: www.quarrying.org

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The Mitchell City of London Charity

Men over 65 and women over 60 who are in need and who live or work, or have lived or worked, in the City of London for at least five years. Widows of men so qualified may also apply. Welfare grants are also given to help the homeless at Christmas

Eligibility

Men over 65 and women over 60 who are in need and who live or work, or have lived or worked, in the City of London for at least five years. Widows of men so qualified may also apply.

Type of grants

Pensions of £300 a year, paid quarterly. One-off grants are also given at Christmas (£125) and on the Queen's birthday (£75).

Applications

On a form available from the correspondent including details of the applicant's income and expenditure. Applications can be submitted directly by the individual or through an organisation such as Citizen's Advice. They are considered in March, June, September and November.

Other information

One grant was made to an organistion in the year totalling £1,500.

Grant provided by: The Mitchell City of London Charity

Contact Details
Fairway
Round Oak View
Tillington
Hereford HR4 8EQ
Telephone: 01432 760409
Fax: 01432 760409

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The Montagu Neville Durnford & Saint Leo Cawthan Memorial Trust

People over 60 who are in need and who live in the city of Portsmouth. Preference is given to ex-naval personnel and their dependants/widows.

Eligibility

People over 60 who are in need and who live in the city of Portsmouth. Preference is given to ex-naval personnel and their dependants/widows.

Type of grants

Annual grants of £50 given by the Royal Naval Benevolent Trust (RNBT) and to those recommended by Age UK.

Applications

Application forms are available from the correspondent. Grants are made to the RNBT and Age UK in November, for redistribution.

Grant provided by: The Montagu Neville Durnford & Saint Leo Cawthan Memorial Trust

Contact Details
Portsmouth City Council
Civic Offices
Guildhall Square
Portsmouth PO1 2QR
Telephone: 023 9283 4057

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The MacDougall Trust

People In Need, living in the County of Dorset only

Eligibility

People in need who live in Dorset.

Exclusions

Grants for education, sponsorship, childcare, debt, people living outside of Dorset or to organisations.

Type of grants

One-off grants of up to £250 for all kinds of personal need. Only in exceptional circumstances will more than £250 be awarded, though the trust can contribute towards larger projects which will be jointly funded.

Applications

On a form available from the correspondent or to download from the trust’s website. Applications should be supported by a recognised agency such as, Citizens Advice, local GP, social services or similar organisation. Forms should be returned to the administrative secretary. Applications are considered quarterly - usually in March, June, September and late November/early December - though urgent requests may be considered between meetings. For consideration at a quarterly meeting applications should be received the month before.

Please note: if the application is being made on behalf of a minor, then details of the whole family will need to be included.

Grant provided by: The MacDougall Trust

People in need who live in Dorset.

Contact Details
96 Scarf Road
Poole
Dorset
BH17 8QL
Email: info@turn2us.org.uk
Website: www.macdougalltrust.org

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The Deeping St James United Charities

College and university students from the parish of St James, Deeping.

Eligibility

College and university students from the parish of St James, Deeping.

Type of grants

All young university (or equivalent) students are given an annual grant towards the cost of their studies for three years. The grant may be used for books or equipment needed for study towards a degree or vocational qualification, such as scissors for hairdressing or knives for a chef, for example.

In order to qualify, applicants should normally be aged 18 to 25 years, be studying for their first degree or college qualification and be resident in Deeping St James (including Frognall).

Applications

A PDF form can be downloaded from the website and returned by post or in person to The Institute. Applicants starting Higher Education during the autumn term should apply for their grant as soon as a place has been awarded and their entry qualifications confirmed.

Other information

This trust also gives grants to individuals for relief-in-need purposes and local organisations.

Grant provided by: The Deeping St James United Charities

Contact Details
The Institute
38 Church Street
Deeping St James
Lincolnshire
PE6 8HD
Telephone: 01778 344707 (Tues/Thurs 9am-12pm)
Email: clerk@dsjunitedcharities.org.uk
Website: www.dsjunitedcharities.org.uk

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